Trifolium resupinatum var. resupinatum
Trifolium resupinatum var. resupinatum, commonly known as creeping clover, is a resilient perennial herb valued in traditional medicine. Characterized by its prostrate growth and trifoliate leaves, this plant is frequently studied for its bioactive compounds, which offer potential therapeutic benefits in supporting digestive health and reducing systemic inflammation.
- Scientific name: Trifolium resupinatum var. resupinatum
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, taxonomically identified as Trifolium resupinatum var. resupinatum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Trifolium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Trifolium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Trifolium resupinatum var. resupinatum, is known by various names across different linguistic and regional contexts. In English, it is frequently referred to as creeping clover or resupinate clover, while in Chinese, it is commonly known as 匍匐三叶草 (púfú sānyècǎo). In Japanese, the plant is called 匍匐三つ葉 (hofuku mitsuba), and in its scientific botanical literature, it is often simply associated with the term resupinate clover to highlight its unique leaf orientation.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range of occurrence across several European regions. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found in Austria and Germany. It also inhabits the territory of Belgium within the same central region. Finally, its geographical distribution extends to the areas of Czechia and Slovakia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
Chemicals
Trifolium resupinatum var. resupinatum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, isoflavones.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoflavones | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Trifolium resupinatum var. resupinatum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |